As lactation specialists are aware, the key to successful breastfeeding is a proper «latch - on» and swallow by the infant as described by Woolridge, 11 Escott, 12 Weber, 13 and Bosma.14 During effective latch - on, the infant draws both the nipple and some of the surrounding areolar tissue into the mouth and extends the tongue over the lower gum pad. (brianpalmerdds.com)
Commensal bacteria present in breast milk and maternal areolar skin bacteria contribute to the early seeding of the infant gut. (acog.org)
It's probably not necessary, but it is possible to have a minor surgical procedure to remove large areolar glands. (verywellfamily.com)